India, March 16 -- Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday called upon the Congress women's wing to step up preparations for the 2028 assembly elections. He also said that he is not happy with the performance of women workers in the Congress party.

During his address, Shivakumar expressed dissatisfaction with the current performance of the Congress women's wing, which is now under the leadership of former MLA Soumya Reddy, daughter of senior party leader Ramalinga Reddy. He urged for greater involvement and proactive initiatives, saying, "I am not happy with the women's wing; it has not lived up to expectations. There are numerous opportunities ahead if you are determined to achieve something."

Reaffirming the party's co...